Research Databases

African American Heritage is a digital resource exclusively devoted to African American family history research. This collection was created in partnership with leading African American genealogists and recognized leaders in genealogical information to develop a comprehensive mix of resources, records, and tools specifically pertaining to African Americans. This database may be accessed at the library  or outside of the library using the information on your library card. 

Ancestry Library Edition brings the world's most popular consumer online genealogy resource to your library. Updates are continually added. You must be in the library to access this database.

Fold3 provides convenient access to military records, including stories, photos, and documents of the men and women who served. This database may be accessed at the library or outside of the library using the information on your library card.

Heritage Quest is an essential collection of genealogical and historical sources for more than 60 countries, with coverage dating back as early as the 1700s. The collection can help people find their ancestors and discover a place’s past, while also providing a comprehensive treasury of genealogical sources rich in unique records, local and family histories, and finding-aids. This database may be accessed at the library or outside of the library using the information on your library card.

The Sanborn Maps were originally created for assessing fire insurance liability in urbanized areas in the United States. Our collection includes over 40,000 detailed maps of Ohio cities drawn between 1882 and 1962. Each map includes detailed information regarding town and building information. This database may be accessed at the library or outside of the library using the information on your library card.

What's The Point helps identify flint artifacts from Ohio's prehistoric peoples. This database may be accessed at the library or outside of the library using the information on your library card.